{"id":1953,"date":"2021-06-17T14:52:16","date_gmt":"2021-06-17T18:52:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=1953"},"modified":"2021-06-17T14:52:16","modified_gmt":"2021-06-17T18:52:16","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-backflow-preventer-inspections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-backflow-preventer-inspections\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know About Backflow Preventer Inspections"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\" style=\"font-size:17px\">Backflow prevention inspections are critical for any home or property owner. Without routine backflow preventer checks, you could risk facing costly damages and restorations, or whole unit replacements. If you have not had a backflow preventer inspection recently, whether your property is commercial or residential, continue reading to learn what you need to know about them, and how to get one scheduled today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Backflow-Repair-Indianapolis-IN.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Backflow-Repair-Indianapolis-IN-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Indiana Plumbing Inspections and Services \" class=\"wp-image-1954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Backflow-Repair-Indianapolis-IN-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Backflow-Repair-Indianapolis-IN-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Backflow-Repair-Indianapolis-IN-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Backflow-Repair-Indianapolis-IN-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Backflow-Repair-Indianapolis-IN-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Backflow-Repair-Indianapolis-IN.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Indiana Plumbing Inspections and Services 317-784-1870<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Backflow Prevention Inspections<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The idea of having non-potable water distributed back into your properties water supply is disgusting. This is known as <em>backflow<\/em>, which can enter properties water lines as a result of back pressure backflow or siphonage. This is an incredibly dangerous and critical health risk that requires immediate emergency service and repair. Backflow situations typically occur when multiple fire hydrants must be opened at once, or if the pressure within the water hoses changes too suddenly. Backflow emergencies can also happen if a local water main bursts open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What You Can Expect at Your Service Appointment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent any backflow issues in your home or commercial building, it is vital that you hire a licensed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indianapolis plumber<\/a> to perform a professional backflow prevention inspection. When your professional plumber arrives to implement a backflow prevention inspection, they will typically follow it up with a little bit of service, and give you some industry recommendations for improvement or optimization. During the inspection, the plumber will likely set up a few test hose kits to confirm the water pressure within the system. This will give them an indication of where there are some pressure problems, and where the backflow might be coming from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who to Call for Backflow Preventer Inspections in Indianapolis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Weilhammer Plumbing Company<\/a>, we are state licensed master plumbers with more than 50 years of experience, and over 100 years of providing business here in the local Hoosier communities. We serve all of Indianapolis Indiana with premier plumbing repair and service, including backflow preventer inspections. Whether residential or commercial, our licensed plumbers are highly trained and fully equipped to implement a comprehensive examination of your backflow systems and water lines, and follow-up by providing adequate and professional recommendations and services to improve your overall water quality and consumption. As a family owned and operated business that has served the Indianapolis areas since 1901, you can trust that we deliver the best plumbing solutions for our clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Are you ready to schedule your backflow prevention inspection?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/contact.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact us<\/a> at 317-784-1870 to speak with a licensed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indianapolis Indiana plumber<\/a> and get your appointment in the books today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:17px\"><strong>You Should Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/facts-about-backflow-preventer-inspections-for-businesses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facts About Backflow Preventer Inspections for Businesses<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/top-3-plumbing-tips-for-sewer-maintenance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top 3 Plumbing Tips for Sewer Maintenance<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/common-signs-of-a-sewer-line-leak\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Common Signs of a Sewer Line Leak<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"145\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana-1024x145.png\" alt=\"Indianapolis Indiana Master Plumbers 317-784-1870\" class=\"wp-image-1894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana-1024x145.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana-300x42.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana-768x108.png 768w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-Plumber-Indianapolis-Indiana.png 1388w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Indiana Master Plumbers 317-784-1870<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Backflow prevention inspections are critical for any home or property owner. Without routine backflow preventer checks, you could risk facing costly damages and restorations, or whole unit replacements. 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